A Garden in the Shade

Along the driveway, there is a bit more sunlight and she has added Japanese Blood Grass into the mix. (Warning: Before you add Japanese Blood Grass to your wish list for spring, be aware that it can be a bit invasive.

"An all-time favorite perennial. The sweet scent of Lily-of-the-Valley will fill the garden in early spring. Each stem produces as many as 25 blooms. Easy to grow in shady areas, but will also thrive in partial sun.~lilies of the valley smell amazing!

Great shade garden composition & even some great hardy plants in there . all green combination . great example of levels, and plant shape and form being soooo important. in my eyes, the next most important after structure & winter interest

Perfect for between our two hickory trees that make it impossible to grow anything but shade lovers. - Flower Beds and Gardens

Tough-as-Nails Perennials to Grow in Dry Shade

Pictured is the Winter Thriller Irish Ruffles Hellebore // The Best New Shade Perennials for Electrify the darkest corners of your landscape with shade-loving perennial flowers. Here are some of our top picks for By Doug Jimerson and Karen Weir-Jimerson